Hays, KS
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
9/10
home
Housing
8/10
visibility
Safety
7/10
local_library
Schools
5/10
local_airport
Airports
1/10
school
Colleges
1/10
accessibility
Hospitals
2/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
- local_airport Airports
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Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
- local_library Schools
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Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.
Residents
Population
21,078
332.4M (US)
Median Age
30.2 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
54.1%
64% (US)
College-Educated
43.9%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$56,861
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
78.3%
88% (US)
Average Commute
13 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
26.2%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$220,100
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$617
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$722
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
53.5%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Ellis County
3
Hays Urban Area
3
Kansas
4
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Ellis County
3
Hays Urban Area
3
Kansas
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 1 | 4 | 30 |
| Feb | 1 | 3 | 33 |
| Mar | 2 | 3 | 42 |
| Apr | 2 | 0 | 52 |
| May | 3 | 0 | 63 |
| Jun | 3 | 0 | 73 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 79 |
| Aug | 3 | 0 | 77 |
| Sep | 2 | 0 | 68 |
| Oct | 2 | 0 | 55 |
| Nov | 1 | 1 | 42 |
| Dec | 1 | 3 | 31 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep red country, with 33% of residents leaning left and 61% leaning right.
Liberal (34%) (62%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 66%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 1, KS State Senate District 40, KS State House District 111, KSSchools
Woodrow Wilson Elem
<1 miles, NE
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2.8
Lincoln Elem
<1 miles, W
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1.4
Hays Middle School
<1 miles, N
•
1.4
Holy Family Elementary
<1 miles, S
Colleges
Hays Academy of Hair Design
<1 miles, E
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1
Fort Hays State University
1 miles, W
•
1.9
Barton County Community College
46 miles, S
•
1.4
Sterling College
76 miles, SE
•
1.9
Hospitals
Hays Medical Center
1 miles, SE
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4.1
Rush County Memorial Hospital
24 miles, S
Russell Regional Hospital
25 miles, E
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2.3
Rooks County Health Center
25 miles, NE
Airports
Hays Regional Airport
4 miles, S
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1
Salina Regional Airport
90 miles, SE
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1
Garden City Regional Airport
101 miles, W
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1
Kearney Regional Airport
129 miles, NE
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1